key

kiː
key: metal object used to open locks
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Translation of key into Russian,

Noun

1.

lock

metal object used to open locks
  • She lost her house key.Она потеряла ключ от дома.
2.

technology

button on a keyboard or typewriter
  • Press the enter key to continue.Нажмите клавишу ввода, чтобы продолжить.

Adjective

importance

very important or absolutely necessary
  • This is a key factor in our decision.Это ключевой фактор в нашем решении.

Verb

tr.
1.

computers

enter information by typing on a keyboard
  • She keyed the data into the computer.Она ввела данные в компьютер.
2.

music

TECH.
adjust the musical pitch of
TECH.
  • The musician keyed the instrument to the right pitch.Музыкант настроил инструмент на нужный тон.
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Expressions with key: examples in English and translations in Russian

вводить
набирать
He keyed into the computer all the data from the survey.
key toprep.
ключ к
Innovation is key to solving climate change.
возбуждать
нервировать
The loud music keyed up the crowd before the show..
открывалка
консервный нож
He used a church key to open the soda can.
ключ к успеху
секрет успеха
Determination is often seen as the key to success.
замок и ключ
The treasure chest was secured with a lock and key.

Images of key

  • key: metal object used to open locks
    (lock) ключ
  • key: button on a keyboard or typewriter
    (technology) клавиша
  • key: area in front of a basketball hoop
    (sports) ключ
  • key: small island
    (geography) ключ

Synonyms and analogies of key in English

Examples of key in a sentence

  • The key to the garage was missing.
  • The space key is the largest on the keyboard.
  • He accidentally hit the wrong key while typing.
  • Understanding the market is key to launching a product.
  • The key to the puzzle was hidden in the first clue.
  • Check the key before reading the chart.

Translations of "key" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Adjective
ключевойadj. - klyuchevoy

Her political pull made her a key figure in local elections.

Её политический вес сделал её ключевой фигурой в местных выборах.

основнойadj. - osnovnoy

Summarizing key facts at the beginning is helpful for reader engagement.

Краткое изложение основных тезисов в начале помогает привлечь внимание читателя.

Noun
ключnm. - klyuch

Her dreaming moments often held the key to solving tricky problems.

Её моменты сновидений часто содержали ключ к решению сложных задач.

клавишаnf. - klavisha

Booting can be interrupted by pressing a specific key during startup.

Загрузку можно прервать, нажав определённую клавишу во время старта.

Verb
настроитьv. - nastroit'

He was excited to key up his bass to match the choir.

Он был рад настроить свой бас, чтобы он соответствовал хору.

вводитьv. - vvodit'

Displays characters that can be entered using the selected key.

Отображение символов, которые можно вводить с помощью выбранной клавиши.

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key: Examples and translations in context

The organization bugs key individuals to monitor their actions and discussions.

Организация прослушивает ключевых лиц для отслеживания их действий и разговоров.

Let's frame our discussion around the key objectives for next quarter.

Давайте построим нашу дискуссию вокруг ключевых целей на следующий квартал.

When the new coach arrived, some key players quickly switched teams.

Когда пришёл новый тренер, несколько ключевых игроков быстро сменили лагерь.

Injuries to key players knocked them out of the top table completely.

Травмы ключевых игроков полностью выбили их из верхней части турнирной таблицы.

The school renovation was declared behind schedule after missing several key deadlines.

Ремонт школы объявили отстающим от графика после пропуска нескольких ключевых сроков.

His thinking during the debate showcased his understanding of key issues.

Его рассуждения во время дебатов показали глубокое понимание ключевых вопросов.

Cosmetic products advertise their active ingredient as a key selling point.

Косметические продукты рекламируют свой активный компонент как ключевой пункт продажи.

In journalism, presenting key facts is crucial for maintaining credibility.

В журналистике представление ключевых фактов крайне важно для поддержания достоверности.

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